It discovery after two hikers reported seeing abandoned skis near the Rimpfischhorn, a 4,000-metre peak in the Valais Alps.

A deluge of rock and ice careered down the Swiss Alps, sending plumes of dust skyward near a village that authorities had evacuated earlier this month as a precaution. Video on social media showed ...

Often dubbed as the world's slowest express train, the Glacier Express takes you on a picturesque ride between Zermatt and St ...

These mountains have long been winter favourites, and they’re now becoming increasingly popular in the summer, too. Here’s ...

Swiss authorities say that the bodies of five skiers have been found on a glacier above the Swiss resort town of Zermatt. The ...

Three of the bodies were found in one high-altitude area, while the two others were discovered higher up on the peak on a ...

A massive glacier collapse in the Swiss Alps on Wednesday largely destroyed the small village of Blatten, with one person ...

a 4,000-metre peak in the Valais Alps. Consequent aerial and ground searches led to the five bodies being discovered on the Adler Glacier below the summit, Valais police said in a statement.

Both LonelyPlanet and Metro UK picked England’s Settle to Carlisle line and the Bernina Express as top contenders for the ...

From alpine peaks to coastal cliffs, these are the world's most scenic train journeys that promise breathtaking views without ...